The Science

Did you know?

47%

Our minds are thinking about something other than what we're doing 47% of time time.

PHONES & CONNECTION

The mere presence of a phone interferes with the connection we make with others.

STRESS & AGEING

Stress has been shown to shorten telomeres, which are key in the process of ageing.

Our minds are under a constant siege of distraction and often feel like they're jumping around like crickets. What’s the evidence we can develop focus, creativity and compassion, and access a place of tranquility and balance? Thousands of studies have found that these fundamental qualities of living with excellence can be developed with mindfulness; that we can optimise our minds with simple mental training practices.

How Mindfulness helps

IMPROVES BRAIN FUNCTIONALITY & CREATIVITY

Many studies have found improvements in mental cognition following mindfulness training: strengthened concentration, improved working memory and problem-solving skills and performance at work. Divergent thinking, important in creativity, has also been found to increase with meditation. (1)

REDUCES STRESS & ENHANCES PHYSICAL HEALTH

Mindfulness is a practical self-repair tool that has been found to significantly reduce inflammation and blood pressure, leading to faster recovery from stress and better overall health. It also proves an effective tool for pain management. (3)

The Focus Movement offers training in these skills. Say hello and find out how we can bring it to you and your team.